Russ Crandall

@retrogamecorps
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Hey everybody, this is Russ from Retro Game Corps.
🎥 Retro handheld YouTube videos
🕹Emulation setup guides
https://allmylinks.com/retrogamecorps
Russ Crandall1d ago
New video! Here are my first impressions of the Anbernic RG34XXSP, which feels like a handheld going through an identity crisis. https://youtu.be/ChQ88Uf9W2E
Anbernic RG34XXSP: What is Going On Here?

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Russ Crandall3d ago
There are a ton of 3D-printed handheld grip options on Etsy, and many of them can really enhance a device's ergonomics. Here is a roundup of some of my favorites, and what makes them stand out: https://youtu.be/oCLgDN93v3U
My Favorite 3D-printed Handheld Grips

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Russ Crandall4d ago

After months of requests, Retroid is now offering an official grip for the Retroid Pocket 5. It comes in three colors: black, purple, and transparent white. Price is $15 plus shipping.

Affiliate link: https://tinyurl.com/RP5grips
Non-affiliate: https://www.goretroid.com/collections/frontpage/products/retroid-official-grip-for-rp5

Of note, there are lots of great community 3D-printed options out there too. I have a video coming out tomorrow talking about some of them!

Retroid Official Grip for RP5

Russ Crandall5d ago
If you've ever had sleepless nights wondering which Odin 2 handheld is the best for you, fear not: today's video solves your dilemma. Let's break it down with spreadsheets and Venn diagrams: https://youtu.be/c8bdfQENUDw
Which Odin 2 is Best? OG vs Mini vs Portal Comparison

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Russ Crandall5d ago

PowKiddy V90S is up for pre-order ($40 with code V90SGOOD). Allwinner A133 chip (similar to Anbernic XX devices), 1GB RAM, 3.5" 480p screen, 3000mAh battery. Sadly it does not have built-in WiFi.

Affiliate link: https://tinyurl.com/PKV90S
Non-affiliate: https://powkiddy.com/products/pre-sale-powkiddy-v90s-handheld-game-console

Note that for US customers they are asking a $10 shipping fee to cover tariffs.

Pre-sale：POWKIDDY V90S Handheld Game Console

Russ Crandall6d ago
ROCKNIX released a new official build, adding support to all three Odin 2 devices along with the RP5/Flip2/Mini/Miniv2, just about every Anbernic handheld that supports Linux (even the brand new RG34XXSP), and more: https://github.com/ROCKNIX/distribution/releases/tag/20250517
Release 20250517 · ROCKNIX/distribution

         ROCKNIX is a community developed Linux distribution for handheld gaming devices. Our goal is to produce an operating system that has the features and capabilities that we need, and to...

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Russ CrandallMay 15
The latest update for KNULLI adds a lot of excellent features to this custom OS: exFAT support, quick shutdown/resume, and customizable hotkeys. Check out my new guide for your Anbernic RG*XX (and TrimUI) devices: https://youtu.be/2ZMwdyuAv7o
KNULLI Starter Guide - Simple and Beautiful OS!

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Russ CrandallMay 13
Handhelds have come a LONG way over the past five years, but the evolution has been somewhat gradual. Let's take a look at how much things have changed since I first jumped into this hobby in 2020: https://youtu.be/zU_jCXgqQMQ
Look How Far We've Come

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Russ CrandallMay 11
Here we go, my in-depth review of the Anbernic RG557. Maybe send it to your mom for Mother's Day? https://youtu.be/ywqzutyyohU
Anbernic RG557 In-Depth Review

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Russ CrandallMay 10

The Retroid Pocket Mini V2 (with the RP Classic screen) is now up for sale, for a limited time: https://tinyurl.com/RPMiniV2

Use code "V2SAVE10" for $10 off during the first 72 hours

Pricing is $199 plus shipping and taxes. US customers will pay a little more for shipping (about $25) and Retroid will cover any remaining tariffs/duties.

Retroid Pocket Mini V2 Handheld